Bulky Waste Collection

Recent issues with scrap metal theft, and items being taken from outside residents homes, see below

If you have some large household items that you no longer want there are lots of different options for you. We always emphasise the three R's, reduce, reuse and recycle. Have a look at the options we have listed below, you are sure to find something to fit your needs.

Freeuse

Freeuse is Leicestershire's brand new website where you can find a new home for your unwanted belongings for free. Freeuse Leicestershire is an easy way to give old items a new life, either by giving away items, or taking them. The website offers a simple way for residents in the Leicestershire area to advertise items they no longer want, or pick up items they need, all items are free and the site makes it easy for givers and takers to use.

REACT - a local furniture reuse charity

REACT, a charity based at the Marleine Reid Centre in Coalville will collect good quality furniture and white goods free of charge from householders in the District. For more information phone 01530 510515.

Disposal Options

Items can be disposed of free of charge by householders at the Household Waste and Recycling Sites at Ashby Road, Coalville; Nottingham Road, Lount and Hathern Road, Shepshed. These sites are run by Leicestershire County Council.

Please note: You may require a permit if taking a van or trailer to the Household Waste Sites.

Collection Service

North West Leicestershire District council offers achargeable bulky waste collection service.

To arrange for a collection of bulky household items you will need to contact the Recycling Hotline 01530 454572 to confirm the items you would like to have collected and where you will be leaving them. The easiest and quickest way to make your payment is over the phone by debit or credit card.

Please click the list below for examples of what we can and cannot accept on the bulky household waste service

List of acceptable bulky waste items (PDF Document, 0.1 Mb)

We cannot accept asbestos - for advice on the disposal of asbestos please contact Leicestershire County Council on 0116 305 0001. Small quanities of asbestos can be taken to the Household Waste and Recycling Sites by prior arrangement.

N.B.If you have any heavy or awkward objects please call to confirm if we are able to collect them.

Charges

1-3 items = £17.00 4 items = £22.00 5 items = £27.00 6 items = £32.00

There is no charge if you are in receipt of any of the following: Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit, Income Support. Proof of your benefit details including your name, address and the type of benefit, are required. You will be limited to two free collections of up to a maximum of six items in any one year (Apr-Mar).

Please note; for operational reasons the number of items we can collect per job is strictly limited to a maximum of six items. If you have more than six items or have items that we cannot accept you may be as well to contact a local skip hire company instead. This of course would be at your own expense.

We charge for the collection of a fridge, freezer, or fridge freezer as a single item. So, for example, the collection of one fridge will cost £17.

Refunds Policy

Refunds will not be considered if requested later than 48 hours after the council has received payment.

If you have any questions please call the Recycling Hotline or read through our Frequently Asked Questions below.

Safe and Legal Disposal

It is always the responsibility of the person creating the waste to make sure it is disposed of in a responsible and legal way. Recently there have been a number of scrap metal thefts, and it has also extended to washing machines and other household items being taken from peoples homes. It is important that householders only let approved companies take their waste away. Ask for identification or a telephone number to ring, to check ID.

Local household waste sites, our bulky waste service and all the local reuse options are available for proper disposal of scrap metal and elctrical goods.